Inclusive, Equitable Learning and Engagement Strategies
(IE-LESs) in Online Synchronous Learning Environments (OSLEs)

Exploring the impact of integrating Inclusive and Equitable Learning and Engagement Stategies (IE-LESs) in Computing Online Synchronous Learning Environments (OSLEs) and sharing Resources across multiple institutions on students’ learning outcomes, engagement, and retention.

Objectives

• Conduct professional development for PI faculty and learning assistants (LAs) at the collaborating institutions in IE-LESs and use technologies effectively to support computing OSLEs.
• Transform existing classes to using IE-LESs in computing OSLEs at collaborating institutions resulting in improved learning outcomes and increased retention rates.
• Develop innovative computing OSLE courses that can be shared across the collaborating institutions, e.g., Fundamentals of Startups and Web Technologies.
• Investigate how integrating IE-LESs into computing OSLEs at diverse institutions impacts students’ achievement of learning outcomes, retention and engagement in computing classes

Collaborative Research

CUE-T: Broadening Participation in Computing via Active Learning Strategies in Multi-Institution Online Synchronous Learning Environments”. Agency: NSF. Dates: 05/15/23 – 05/14/27. Amount: $2M for 4 years.

• Florida International University, CNS-2246004
• Alabama A&M University, CNS-2246008
• Cal Poly Humboldt, CNS-2246007
• Florida A&M University, CNS-2246006
• Rider University, CNS-2246009
• University of Wisconsin – Parkside, CNS-2246005

Collaborators